This elephant seal on Steeple Jason Island didn't care for our photo taking antics. |
About one in 1000 seal births results in this light color which is a result of low melanin production. Although not albino, the offspring of these seals may also be the light color or, not. |
A male fur seal keeping watch. We were warned not to get too close to the males. They can readily become agitated and can attack. Their bite can be dangerous. |
This Elephant Seal didn't look so happy. |
Lounging fur seals, adults, and pups. |
Basking in the warmth of the sun. |
A watchful eye for the family... |
King Penguins standing by the shore at Steeple Jason Island. |
An affectionate family interaction. |
Four King Penguins contemplating their next move. |
We observed a total of three of these rare light colored fur seals. |
Penguins lining the shore. |
A pretty scene in Steeple Jason Island. |
I asked guest services to print a copy of the countries from which the 194 passengers hail and it reads as follows:
Australia 37
Canada 29
China 2
France 55
Photo from one year ago today, January 28, 2017:France 55
Germany 3
Hong Kong 12
Hong Kong 12
Luxembourg 3
New Zealand 1
New Zealand 1
Spain 2
Switzerland 23
Switzerland 23
United Kingdom 11
USA 16
USA 16
Total 194
Most of the passengers from Canada, Luxembourg, and Switzerland speak French. Adding those citizens to the French group accounts for 110 passengers who speak French. This French ship starts all announcements in French but is accommodating in providing information shortly thereafter in English. It’s working out fine for those of us English speaking passengers.
I have to rush and wrap this up. In less than 40 minutes, we have to be dressed in the warm weather gear and ready to go for our next excursion in Stromness in South Georgia. Due to bad weather conditions, the actual “port of call” has been changed to a small historical town with plenty of wildlife. We’ll be back with more soon. Stay warm. Stay well.
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King Penguins hanging out on a hill. |
Tom noticed a "face" formation in these rocks. Do you see this too? |
Closeup of King Penguins. |
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There were many carved statues overlooking the Huon River in Tasmania. We stopped to read about each of them. For more photos, please click here. |
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